Archduke Collection (#9)

CARLOTA (1840 - 1927)
Princess CHARLOTTE, BELGIAN ROYALTY, daughter of Leopold I, later CARLOTA, Empress of Mexico married to Maximillian, Archduke of Austria Date: 1840 - 1927

PHILIP I OF CASTILLE. (1478-1506). Called Philip the Handsome. Spanish king of Castile (1506), archduke of Austria, titular duke of Burgundy, and son of Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I

AUSTRIA, Vienna, Heeresgischichtliches, Military Historical Museum, Assasination Car of Archduke Ferdinand

Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie setting out in their motorcade in Sarajevo, on the morning of the assassination

Archduke Albert of Austria after Rubens
Archduke Albert of Austria (1559-1621), also known as Albert VII, after a portrait by Rubens

Archduke Albert of Austria (1559-1621), also known as Albert VII, shown wearing the Austrian Order of the Golden Fleece, and a splendid ruff

First Partition
Stanislaw II August clutches his crown, while Catherine II of Russia, Friedrich II of Prussia and emperor Joseph II, archduke of Austria, seize chunks of his country

Archduke at Sarajevo
The archduke Franz Ferdinand arrives at Sarajevo station. He has just made his last rail trip, and his next journey will be by car

Ferdinand at Review
The archduke Franz Ferdinand reviews troops at Tarcin. Sadly, a Serbian nationalist will see to it that this is one of the last acts of his career

Assassination in Sarajevo
Photograph showing the arrest of Gavrilo Princips, leader of the group of Serbian nationalists, who assassinated the Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife on June 28th 1914

Treaty of Campo Formio
TREATY OF CAMPO FORMIO Napoleon imposes terms on the archduke Karl of Austria

Carl / Charles of Austria
CHARLES OF AUSTRIA Austrian Archduke

Battle of Essling 1809
Battle of ASPERN-ESSLING Napoleons men, outnumbered two-to-one by the Archduke Carls Austrians, have to retire but the battle is indecisive

Elisabeth De Valois
ELISABETH DE VALOIS queen of Felipe II of Spain daughter of Henri II of France mother of Isabela who married archduke Albrecht of Austria

Maria Josepha
MARIA JOSEPHA daughter of emperor Joseph I, wife of archduke Friedrich August II, archduchess of Aystria, qheen of Polish Lithuanian commonwealth

Ferdinand I / Hre / Fursten
FERDINAND I Holy Roman Emperor; Archduke of Austria (reigned 1556-64)

Ferdinand I / Hre / Thevet
FERDINAND I Holy Roman Emperor; Archduke of Austria

Maximilian Invited
Maximilian, archduke of Austria, accepts the invitation of a group of Mexican notables in exile to become Emperor of Mexico, at his home at Miramar

Arrest of Princip
Arrest of Gavrilo Princip, the Serbian nationalist who assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife in Sarajevo

Archduke Charles of Austria
CARL Archduke of Austria

Carl / Archduke Austria / Ov
CARL Archduke of Austria

Elisabeth V. Brandenburg
ELISABETH VON BRANDENBURG wife of Friedrich I, archduke and elector

Archduke Friedrich / Baden
German soldier: Archduke Friedrich von Baden, in uniform, on his horse

Johann Von Oesterreich
ARCHDUKE JOHANN OF AUSTRIA Son of Leopold II, commanded Austrian Army in Napoleonic Wars, statesman who played a prominent role in the 1848 uprisings, chosen Regent

Friedrich Archduke
ARCHDUKE FRIEDRICH Friedrich I, archduke and elector

Battle of Abensberg
The French and Bavarians under Napoleon defeat the Austrians under the archduke Charles

Battle Hohenlinden
The French under Moreau defeat the Austrians under the archduke John

Maximilian and Russians
Kaiser Maximilian I meets an embassy from Russia headed by the archduke Vasily

Johan at Leipzig
At Leipzig the archduke Johan is feted as the arbiter in the prevailing unrest

Archduke at Frankfurt
The Erzherzog (archduke) Johann von Osterreich, Reichsverwefers (Reich protector) and his wife are received as they enter Frankfurt

Archduke at Meeting
All the audience and orchestra rise to their feet when the Erzherzog (archduke) Johann von Ostreich makes his appearance in the Stadttheater at Frankfurt

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"Unveiling the Legacy of Archdukes: From Franz Ferdinand to Otto Habsburg" Step into the captivating world of archdukes, where history intertwines with power and intrigue. One cannot delve into this realm without mentioning Archduke Franz Ferdinand, whose assassination sparked a chain reaction that altered the course of history. His name forever etched in our collective memory as a catalyst for World War I. But let us not forget his predecessors, like Archduke Otto Habsburg, who carried on the noble lineage with grace and dignity. Their contributions to diplomacy and politics shaped Europe's landscape during tumultuous times. Travel back further in time, and we encounter Rudolf II, an enigmatic figure known for his patronage of arts and sciences. The famous artwork C013/9565 depicts him alongside his alchemist, showcasing his fascination with alchemy's mysteries. The archducal title was not limited to men alone; Joanna of Castile earned her infamous moniker "Mad Joan" due to her struggles with mental illness while holding the title of Archduchess Austria. Her story serves as a reminder that even those born into privilege can face personal challenges. Emperor Franz Joseph I stands at the center stage amidst celebrations marking Archduke Charles' marriage—a testament to their enduring dynasty's grandeur. These lavish events showcased their regal splendor and reinforced their position as rulers. Cardinal Infante Ferdinand of Austria exemplified how archdukes could excel outside traditional roles by pursuing religious careers. His commitment to faith left an indelible mark on both church and state during his short but impactful life. Inevitably, death looms over every dynasty; Funeral ceremonies honoring Archduke Rudolf remind us that even those born into royalty are subject to mortality's grasp. Such occasions brought together nations in mourning while highlighting the fragility inherent in human existence.